Colosseum
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9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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About
The ancient Flavian Amphitheater was built by the Flavian emperors in 70 C.E. as a gift to the Roman people. As the largest Roman theater ever built, it was designed to house over 50,000 people, and had played host to gladiator games, plays and even public executions.
Purchase skip-the-line tickets online to avoid long lines at the door, or join guided tours which allow for special access to restricted areas. While here, you might want to visit the adjacent Palatine Hill and Roman Forum as well.
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- Colosseo • 2 min walk
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- Ken_s10Wolverhampton, United Kingdom35 contributionsTwo simple stepsSo much distraction when you look online. The simple approach is 1) to book online direct with the coliseum 2) decide if you want to join a guided group ( book then or there’ll be no space when you arrive) or Hire a ( 6 euro) audio visual guide . We chose this this time. A good guide with movie clips pictures and commentary. Easy to swap and share for two people. Having info absolutely improves your visit. I enjoyed a human guide but now prefer the audio visual ( cheaper more flexible) and it’s so easy to eavesdrop the constant guides! We went in March, no queues this time. Entry went well but it still feels chaotic.Only toilet I saw is at the startVisited March 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 19 March 2023
- Steve BStoke Golding, United Kingdom10 contributionsSeeing history close up.Really great bit of history, bin meaning to visit after walking by on a previous tour. We’ll worth upgrading as well as you get to go into the underground caverns and end up in the area. We’ll worth the time and cost.Visited April 2022Travelled as a coupleWritten 21 March 2023
- Djordje MBelgrade, Serbia886 contributionsBook early in the morningHonestly not world wonder as I expected. Maybe I expect too much, but for me, some place like this, with such a huge history, shouldn't have toilets inside, offices and something like that. It's just offending really and ruining this place. Also, people left garbage on walls and corners and maybe they need to pay more atention on this, and charge some fees for this. Of course, it's worth visiting, but for me it's more beatiful from outside, and view from Colloseo to Forum is great. If you have little kids, avoid stroller if you can, and you can bring backpacks, evet though a lot of people write that it's forbidenVisited March 2023Travelled with familyWritten 22 March 2023
- Siobhan P1 contributionExcellentDid Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with Magda. Tour was booked with booking.co Show Me Italy. Was excellent well worth the money. Magda was very informative, professional and took very good care of our group.Visited January 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 24 March 2023
- Karen S12 contributionsIt's a MUST to visitWOW WOW WOW, this is a must. In hindsigh, I wish I'd gone with the tour guide, mainly because they really captured my imagination when I listened to them talking to their tour group. Really, really busy after midday, so it's better to go early if you can. Book your tickets to, for fast track, as you'll spend hours in the queues. Underground looks good, but to be fair, you can see better from the arena down into the underground.Visited March 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 24 March 2023
- mojodonoMontreal, Canada36 contributionsMust see while in RomeWe booked a skip the line tour and were able to walk right in at our time slot. Was double the money but lucky we did as all tickets were sold out for the day. Very crowded but great to see. We also paid $6 extra to get the Audio headset. Otherwise, we would have had no idea what we were seeing.Visited March 2023Written 25 March 2023
- kent2270London, United Kingdom335 contributionsA must do visitWe ordered tickets online so picked them up close by which gave us skip the queue access which was handy as very busy. We chose not to have a guided or audio tour as we like to go at own pace. We found this place fascinating. Some steep steps up to take in views on upper levels which were amazing. We then moved on to the Forum and Palatine Hill and again did this at our own pace with no guide. We got the 3 venues on the 1 ticket. Overall a worth while place to visit and make sure book in advance as queues are long.Visited March 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 25 March 2023
- WilbertMilan, Italy5 contributionsAn architectural masterpiece. Its grand staircases, ancient history and impressive design are unparalleledIt's a must-see for anyone looking to experience the grandeur of the Roman Empire. From the outside, the Colosseum is an impressive sight, with its giant arches and columns, and the interior is even more stunning. The sheer scale of the structure is awe-inspiring, and its ancient history adds to its grandeur. Its impressive design and grand staircases make for a truly unforgettable experience. Colosseum Italy is a must-see for anyone looking to experience the grandeur of the Roman Empire.Visited March 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 27 March 2023
- samantha s3 contributionsA highlight of our trip!Myself, my mother and my two young adult daughters did the Women of Rome Colosseum tour. The tour was amazing! Our guide Michael (a brilliant lovely woman named for her grandfather) was patient, funny and very informative. She was extremely knowledgeable and was clearly passionate about the subject. We learned so much from her: my daughters were especially moved by the story of the vestal virgins! She really brought the lives of these ancient women to life! It was a highlight of our trip!Visited March 2023Travelled with familyWritten 28 March 2023
- BeaSao Paulo, SP78 contributionsMust-seeIf seeing the Colosseum from the outside already leaves you amazed, you have no idea of how it is from the inside. Definitely is a must-see when in Rome. Try to visit it as early as possible to avoid the crowd and hot weather (if visiting during summer). You will need to book the ticket in advance through the website. It is free every first Sunday of the month. (in this case you cannot book it, just collect the ticket directly at the ticket office on the day of the visit). The ticket allows you to visit also the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Allow at least half a day to visit both, a guide or audio guide is recommended. Wear comfortable shoes.Visited August 2022Written 29 March 2023
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22 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
The chance of a life time! My daughter booked a night visit and so worth it. Excellent tour guide who took care to inform us of every aspect of the Colosseum, taking time to answer any questions other visitors had. No words can describe such a visit. So worth it.
Written 18 March 2024
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david m
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Mar 2024 • Couples
It’s a must see and, as you would expect, it is very busy.
Very few toilet facilities in the immediate vicinity and the very limited ones inside are always busy and also pretty grim!
Very few toilet facilities in the immediate vicinity and the very limited ones inside are always busy and also pretty grim!
Written 18 March 2024
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Replicator
Bristol, UK299 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
We did the full underground tour which is well worth it to get a real feel for the place and understand the history including the hospital and training ground places (ludus Magnus) and how they were used.
We had plenty of time and were pleased we had our guide re just navigating the queues to get in! Well worth getting a guide.
We had plenty of time and were pleased we had our guide re just navigating the queues to get in! Well worth getting a guide.
Written 18 March 2024
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Patty M
4 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
lovely place
It's in a bit of a bad state but we have to think that it's been there for over 2000 years.
visited inside and it's fantastic
It's in a bit of a bad state but we have to think that it's been there for over 2000 years.
visited inside and it's fantastic
Written 18 March 2024
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Jan U
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Mar 2024 • Family
We got the Full experience ticket lasting for two consecutive days, valid for Colloseum and Forum Romanum. Thanks to some computing glitch, the first attempt to buy tickets had money "reserved", no tickets arrived into my email. second attempt was a success. i have yet to check if i was charged twice (i think not, as the ticket provider stated so).
full experience ticket had access to arena. alternatively, you could get tickets to the underground or the spectator space.
You largely pay for the engaging moment when you enter the arena. then, you snake through the crowds towards exit and the colloseum spits you out back into the crowds of tourists and dinghy people trying to sell you a tour of colloseum.
full experience ticket had access to arena. alternatively, you could get tickets to the underground or the spectator space.
You largely pay for the engaging moment when you enter the arena. then, you snake through the crowds towards exit and the colloseum spits you out back into the crowds of tourists and dinghy people trying to sell you a tour of colloseum.
Written 17 March 2024
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Lisa W
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Mar 2024 • Couples
Steeped in history and a must see for anyone that loves that era (gore and all)
Just remember to bring your passport of some form of ID as we wasn’t aware of this
Also there are lots of steep steps
Just watch out if your booked and there are a lot of tours about as they just seem to steam ahead without any regards to those who are enjoying at their own leisure
Also if you want to walk around the underground you need to pay for this so check your tickets include this. If not there are ticket booths indoors
Other than that it was good to walk around and take in the history
Just remember to bring your passport of some form of ID as we wasn’t aware of this
Also there are lots of steep steps
Just watch out if your booked and there are a lot of tours about as they just seem to steam ahead without any regards to those who are enjoying at their own leisure
Also if you want to walk around the underground you need to pay for this so check your tickets include this. If not there are ticket booths indoors
Other than that it was good to walk around and take in the history
Written 17 March 2024
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John A Carter
Lower Sackville, Canada3,710 contributions
Mar 2024 • Solo
One of the world greatest attractions. But do yourself a favour. Buy your tickets in advance. I would also recommend you buy both the level 1 and 2 and the main floor. Get the audio guide. The one you download is not much good.
Written 16 March 2024
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Suesangels6
Barnsley, UK4 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
We booked a tour, but the guide didn't take into account anyone with disabilities so we struggled to keep up with him. We ended the tour with him 1 hour before the end and looked round ourselves. He didn't give us chance to look at points of interest he just talked then carried on walking. Very disappointed but the place itself is amazing
Written 16 March 2024
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PatsyFuentemar
County Cork, Ireland4 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
An iconic place to see. Our guide talked too fast, walked too fast, did not check when the group got separated from her. Some of us could not understand her English. Overwhelmed with the amount of information that was given at such a frantic pace.
Written 15 March 2024
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Stan
37 contributions
Mar 2024 • Friends
Not exactly that exciting. No washrooms in the entire place. How is it possible an international tourist attraction has no toilets.
Written 15 March 2024
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Hi
How many days Colosseum open in April?
How many types of tickets to entry the Colosseum and how many area on Colosseum I can visit with that ticket? As I want to visit every areas on that Colosseum even under ground and the top.
USA_Drew
United States13,303 contributions
The Colosseum is open every day in April - it typically closes only 2 or 3 days a year.
There are several different types of ticket - none will allow you to visit all the areas. For instance, there are separate tickets for the Underground and the Upper Levels (the attic). You would have to buy multiple tickets if you wish to visit all the areas of the Colosseum.
조승준
Anyang, South Korea
hello. I purchased a general admission ticket to the Colosseum. However, I should have checked non-european in the full ticket option box, but I couldn't. I didn't receive any special discount and paid with the original amount. Is there a problem?
USA_Drew
United States13,303 contributions
No, you should be fine.
Alguém sabe dizer se o site rome-museum é confiável para compra de ingressos?
USA_Drew
United States13,303 contributions
No, I would not book tickets through that website. Book through the official ticketing website instead. At the present time, it is CoopCulture. However, the Colosseum is switching vendors and at some point in the next few months, it will transition to a new vendor. They are targeting the month of May for the change over, but it could happen at any time over the next few months.
AuntyMeg
Chester, UK3 contributions
Hi, I’m trying to buy tickets from CoopCulture site, I’ve put in non-European citizen, but when I go to add names, it says Cittadino Italiano, I know this means Italian citizen but I thought it would say non European? Can anyone help, I don’t want to buy them and then be refused entry when I get there. Thanks in advance l.
Mark P
Hampshire, UK1,722 contributions
I bought a ticket via this website in December. No problems getting in. Their main concern is to ensure that people stick to the time on the ticket to avoid overcrowding.
Χαρα Τ
2 contributions
Για τα παιδιά κάτω των 18 ετών πρέπει να βγάλω εισητηρια ή τα παίρνω από το κολοσσαίο; για ενήλικες έχω κλείσει από coopculture αλλά δεν μπορώ να βρω από που κλείνω για ανήλικους. Ξέρει μηοως κάποιος να μου πει;
Rachel F
Sheffield, UK20 contributions
Hello my husband & I are visiting the Rome later this month & plan to go to the colosseum, could anyone tell me how many hours to allow for the colosseum, roman forum & palatine Hill just so we have an idea how we can plan our day? We've only got tickets to colosseum not to underground/arena part unfortunately as they're sold out to purchase on the official website. Also are afternoons any less busy than mornings?
Tia
AuntyMeg
Chester, UK3 contributions
I want to buy a ticket for skip the line Colosseum, Forum and Palatine Hill, where is best to buy these please? I don’t want a guide tour, there are 6 of us and we want to do things in our own time, hope this makes sense. Thank you in advance
USA_Drew
United States13,303 contributions
There is no such thing as a skip the line ticket. Everyone has to go through the security line - absolutely no one can skip that. If you want to buy tickets in advance to avoid standing in the day-of-visit ticket purchasing line, then buy through the official ticketing website. At the present time, the official ticket website is CoopCulture. Be aware that CoopCulture's contract ends in February 2024 and the archaeological park chose a different company for the next contract.
Hi there, I have a problem when I want to buy the colosseum online tickets. Even that I press EU citizens, when I do the check out it always gets back to me as Italian citizens, would this be a problem to let us in?
USA_Drew
United States13,303 contributions
If you are purchasing a full price ticket and not some reduced or free option, you should be fine. A Colosseum employee may ask to see ID to verify your name matches the name on the ticket order, however.
Quem o coliseu abrigava?
USA_Drew
United States13,303 contributions
Go to Wikipedia - there is a lengthy write-up there.
juliano m
Jundiai, SP2 contributions
Vi que menores de 18 anos não pagam para entrada no Coliseu.
Como faço para adquirir esses ingressos? Junto com a compra dos ingressos dos adultos?
USA_Drew
United States13,303 contributions
The answer depends on the type of ticket. If you are asking about general admission entry tickets - you don't reserve those free kid's tickets in advance. Instead you collect them on the day of visit at one of the designated pick up points. Be sure to bring the kid's passport to the Colosseum for proof of age - some employees will ask for proof.
Lutitlu
Friesland Province, The Netherlands177 contributions
Hello are umbrellas permitted inside the colosseum? Want to use one as a sun shade but can not find proper information on the list of items not permitted inside. Thank you very much in advance
USA_Drew
United States13,303 contributions
It is usually left up to the discretion of the employee at the security check. Typically small umbrellas are allowed inside while larger umbrellas are sometimes not.
If you are worried about the sun, you might also want to consider one of the night tours of the Colosseum that are currently offered five nights a week.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Colosseum
- Colosseum admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost £30.78, while a popular guided tour starts around £2.63 per person.
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Colosseum:
- Skip the Line: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Tickets (From £30.78)
- Self Guided Tour Colosseum Skip the Line Ticket (From £34.94)
- Colosseum, Palatine Hill, Roman Forum Guided Tour Skip the Line (From £26.27)
- Skip the Line: Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Guided Tour (From £49.93)
- Gladiator’s Gate: Special Access Colosseum Tour with Arena Floor (From £55.36)
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